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NDSU is a nationally top-ranked research university
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Recent graduates employed or continuing education
#1
North Dakota University with the Best Student Life
Discover your future in pharmaceutical sciences at NDSU, where precision meets passion. Designed for detail-oriented individuals with a love for chemistry, NDSU’s pre-licensure pharmacy program prepares you for a dynamic role in modern healthcare. Today’s pharmacists go beyond dispensing medication — they ensure the safe, effective and cost-conscious use of drugs, develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with healthcare teams, interpret critical lab results and provide wellness services like immunizations and blood pressure monitoring. With two pathways to admission — the Early Admission Pathway for high-achieving high school seniors or the Traditional Pathway for undergraduates in pre-pharmacy — NDSU offers an affordable, streamlined path to a rewarding career in pharmacy.
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Post-Graduation Career Snapshot
High Demand Occupations
- Staff Pharmacist
- Retail Pharmacist
- Pharmacist Assistant
- Ambulatory Care Pharmacist
- Community Pharmacist
National Median Salary
Future Career Pathways
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Director of Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Operations Manager
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Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Professional Development and Leadership
Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through student organizations, including the Pre-Pharmacy Club, the student chapter (Academy of Student Pharmacists) of the American Pharmacist Association and more. Participation in these organizations and extracurricular activities help build strong connections with peers and allow you to develop leadership skills.
Rewarding Research
Work alongside expert faculty by participating in research and interprofessional practice experiences.
Work in the Best Environment
Work in NDSU’s state-of-the-art facilities, including the Aldevron Tower, a 74,000 sq. ft., six-story building that includes shared interprofessional learning space for interdisciplinary education and hands-on learning spaces for students in pharmacy, nursing, respiratory care, medical lab sciences, radiologic sciences and public health. The Tower also includes more student-friendly spaces such as open study spaces, huddle rooms and conference rooms.
Limitless Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the program you’ll find a variety of rewarding careers in community, hospital, managed care, clinical and industrial pharmacy, with other opportunities including administrative positions in pharmaceutical companies and associations.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.
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